Genus: Trillium for 'tri' - three leaves and floral parts in threes
Species: ovatum meaning 'ovate' or egg-shaped referring to the leaves
aka Wake Robin. Nearly everything comes in threes for this regal flower: three pearly white petals, 1" - 2" (2 - 5 cm), surrounded by three greenish sepals, three broad leaves and sprouting six of beautifully contrasting yellow anthers in its center. With age the petals turn to a wine-purple and variations can be seen on the same trail within a few hundred feet of elevation (see alternate views). Wake-robin refers to its early blooming from March into June (at higher elevations). Commonly seen mostly in shaded moist areas to 5,000' elevation.
Trail Notes:
Trail/Hike: Paul Peak
Date: May 26, 2007
Location: within 0.5 mi. from trailhead on Mowich Lake Road
